M.a. Ford. 12107480 Square End Mill 0.0748 in 2 Flute Carbide

Product Description

The M.A. FORD. 12107480 is a solid carbide square end mill designed for precision milling in a wide range of metalworking applications. With a 0.0748-inch cutting diameter and a 0.2244-inch length of cut, this tool is built for tight-tolerance work in small-feature machining. The 1.5-inch overall length keeps the tool rigid and minimizes deflection during cuts. Two spiral flutes with a 30-degree helix angle provide efficient chip evacuation, while the uncoated carbide construction suits a broad spectrum of workpiece materials. This is a center-cutting tool with right-hand cut and right-hand flute orientation, suitable for plunge and slot milling operations. It is intended for use by machinists and CNC operators working in job shop, production, or tool-and-die environments.

This end mill is well-suited for milling small slots, profiles, and pockets in materials including hardened steels, cast iron, stainless steel, non-ferrous metals, aluminum, and high-temperature alloys. The Series 121 designation identifies it as a regular-length, straight-cylindrical shank tool with a 3.00 mm shank diameter. The uncoated finish and solid carbide substrate make it a practical choice for applications where a coated tool is not required or where re-sharpening is anticipated. Typical applications include precision die work, mold making, and small-part CNC milling.

Key Features

• 0.0748-inch cutting diameter with a mill diameter tolerance of +0.000 / -0.040 mm for precise fitment
• Solid carbide construction delivers hardness and wear resistance across demanding workpiece materials
• 30-degree helix angle spiral flutes promote chip flow and reduce heat buildup during cutting
• Center-cutting geometry allows direct plunge entry into workpiece material
• Right-hand cut and right-hand flute orientation compatible with standard CNC and manual milling setups
• Straight-cylindrical shank with 3.00 mm diameter for use in standard collet and end mill holders

Compatibility

Designed for use in standard CNC machining centers and manual milling machines equipped with collet holders or end mill holders accepting a 3.00 mm straight-cylindrical shank. Compatible workpiece material codes include H, K, M, N, P, and S, covering hardened steel, cast iron, stainless steel, non-ferrous metals, steel, and high-temperature alloys.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified machinists or CNC setup technicians. Ensure the machine spindle is fully stopped and locked out before inserting or removing the tool from the holder. Seat the shank fully in the collet or end mill holder and torque the retention hardware according to the holder manufacturer specifications. Verify runout after mounting, as excessive runout will accelerate wear on a small-diameter tool of this size.